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The launch of the Trump Mobile T1 smartphone, initially scheduled for September, has been delayed with no new release date announced. The phone's specifications and branding have been adjusted, and it now costs $499, but buyers are left waiting as the company offers little clarity on the new timeline.
Trump Mobile, a new venture by the Trump Organization, initially claimed its smartphones would be 'Made in the USA,' but has since removed that language from its website, now describing the phones as 'designed with American values in mind.' Despite this, a spokesperson asserts the phones are still being built in the U.S., amid skepticism about the feasibility of domestic manufacturing due to supply chain complexities and costs.
Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election by expanding his coalition across various demographics, including significant gains among Hispanic, Jewish, and Black male voters. His victory is attributed to his unique charisma and authenticity, which resonated with many Americans, contrasting with the Democratic Party's perceived disconnect from traditional values and economic concerns. The article argues that Trump's appeal lies in his alignment with the American dream and values, leading to a widespread rejection of the Democratic agenda.
UFC star Renato Moicano praised American values after his victory at UFC 300, expressing his love for the Constitution, First Amendment, and private property, and urging fans to read the teachings of Austrian-American economist Ludwig von Mises. Moicano's knockout win over Jalin Turner marked his third consecutive victory in the UFC, and he remains undefeated since 2022.
Country rock singer Aaron Lewis, known for his support of the U.S. Constitution and criticism of cancel culture, spoke out after a failed cancellation attempt and endorsed unity around American values. He emphasized the importance of upholding the Constitution and expressed concern over the erosion of American patriotism and values. Lewis also voiced his support for political figures like former President Trump and called for an end to division, urging a return to constitutional principles.
A national study by the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia reveals that a significant number of Americans are endorsing policies that could challenge the U.S. Constitution, despite expressing a preference for democracy. The study also highlights the deep partisan divide, with both Biden and Trump supporters expressing suspicion and viewing each other as threats. Disturbingly, a significant portion of respondents expressed doubts about the future of democracy and the United States as it currently stands. The study also reveals divergent views on governance and rights, with Biden supporters more likely to support limitations on freedom of speech, firearms control, wealth redistribution, and corporate diversity, while Trump supporters lean towards enacting laws to show respect for national symbols and leaders, suspending elections in times of crisis, restricting unpatriotic views, expanding presidential powers, and regulating protests. The study warns that these divisions and disregard for constitutional freedoms pose a grave threat to the nation.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were among the speakers at a private memorial service for the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, praising her as a leader with integrity and a defender of American values. The service marked the end of two days of events in San Francisco, where Feinstein's political career began. Family members and national leaders shared personal anecdotes that reflected Feinstein's kindness, wit, and dedication to California and the country. Feinstein's granddaughter highlighted her accomplishments, including creating the AMBER Alert program and protecting California's deserts. Feinstein's legacy includes her work on gun control, HIV/AIDS crisis, and saving San Francisco's cable cars.
Tom Hanks delivered a powerful commencement address to Harvard's 2023 graduating class, urging them to defend truth and American values. He emphasized the importance of embracing liberty and freedom for all, and warned against the dangers of propaganda, lies, and indifference. Hanks stressed that telling the truth is no longer the benchmark for public service, and called on the graduates to make a choice between those who embrace these values, those who don't, and those who are indifferent. He concluded by reminding them that the truth is sacred and unalterable, and that it is their responsibility to uphold it.
A new Wall Street Journal-NORC poll reveals a generational and political divide in American values, with patriotism, religious faith, having children, and community involvement receding in importance to Americans. The poll also shows a decline in tolerance for others, dropping from 80% to 58% in just four years. The combined toll of political division, COVID, and the lowest economic confidence in decades appears to be having a startling effect on the nation's core values, with a rot at the very soul of the country.